
Be Enlightened!
‘Tis not the weak that spurns the thought of pain,
Nor foolish who from conflict would abstain,
Compassion as a Guide
With Courage by her side,
A wholesome world of concord can attain!
Β© Meanderings 2015
Be Enlightened!
‘Tis not the weak that spurns the thought of pain,
Nor foolish who from conflict would abstain,
Compassion as a Guide
With Courage by her side,
A wholesome world of concord can attain!
Β© Meanderings 2015
I had, in my frustrations, just thought …”give me strength” then I saw your post. Hallelujah!
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Wonderful comment……Thanks M! Hallelujah!
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the message of this poem is poignant and full of meaning, for me anyway, tas applied to the world situation.
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Yes……I was hoping it would have universal appeal…..Seems to me to speak to humanity. π
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I think so. I’m glad you liked my story about May…I wanted to write something a bit different from my usual flippant style.
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Lovely little piece….. π β€
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I thought about naming the sailor, but it didn’t work. π I’ve been in a sort of down-mood, have ben working on my sites.
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To lift you…..Some Hugs!!! π
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Strength of mind for sure. Powerful image.
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Thanks Peter.
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I love this, courage and compassion are both wonderful qualities, add strength and it’s the perfect combination. If only us humans could have just one quality though….you do write beautifully.xxx
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Thank You D! Yes, many humans of all ‘ilk’ seem incapable of aspiring to these qualities. If only… Hugs!
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